General Practitioner With Interest in Skin Cancer Surgery - Innisfail (JOB 1000

• Looking for a change of lifestyle?

This Practice is seeking a full time GP to join their busy team and is situated in Innisfail with views of the beautiful Johnstone River.
The position they have on offer at this surgery is a wonderful opportunity for a GP who is looking for a change of pace from city life, who has a passion for medicine, an interest in skin cancer treatment and looking for a work/lifestyle balance. 
 
If this is you, please contact us, let’s get your sea change happening

About The Practice:
Busy practice located in Innisfail North QLD is seeking a full time (male or female) GP to join the team.  Large patient data base with strong emphasis on skin cancer diagnosis and treatment.  Onsite training provided by Dr John Di Palma, who has a wealth of knowledge spanning over 40yrs in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer. 
The surgery caters for all aspects of General Practice including diabetes treatment, men’s and women’s health, vaccinations, aged care and EPC, palliative care and also offers Platelet Rich Plasma therapy, and Botox treatments.
Summary of Surgery:

• Modern facility with new equipment and fully computerised.
• Best Practice medical software
• Mixed billing with large patient data base and room for growth
• Extensive range of medical services provided including skin cancer surgery, Platelet Rich Plasma therapy and Botox treatment.
• Fully accredited with QPA.
• Close to town, hospital and other medical facilities including radiology, pathology and pharmacies.
• Ample parking available.
• Experienced support staff

About Innisfail
Innisfail is the Cassowary Coast’s biggest town with a population of approximately 10,000. The township is situated at the junction of the North and South Johnstone Rivers, about 5km from the coast.  Cairns is just a 1-hour drive north and offers plenty of tourist activities and has an international airport.  There are also 2 universities – JCU and CQU. 
The district offers public and private schooling as well as a TAFE College.  Innisfail has a newly refurbished hospital with helipad and has aged care facilities.
Beautiful beaches, including Mission Beach a popular tourist destination along the Coral Sea Coast, Innisfail is also home to the multi award winning tourist attraction Paronella Park.  The Atherton Tablelands is just a 1 hour drive up the Palmerston Highway, leading to rainforests, crater lakes, the Herberton Heritage Village, Kuranda and Yungaburra markets, hot air ballooning and Tinaroo Dam.
Innisfail offers a relaxed lifestyle, and is a lovely place to raise a family.  It is a friendly community that provides plenty of sporting opportunities including football, tennis, squash, lawn bowls, golf, pony club, martial arts, dancing, cricket, rowing, swimming, netball and basketball.   There are also 2 fully equipped Gyms.
Agriculture is the major economic driver with well-established banana, sugar cane and tropical fruit industries. Nearby Mourilyan Harbour is a major regional port with bulk sugar-loading facilities, and the South Johnstone Sugar Mill is a significant local employer.
Tourism is a growth industry and Innisfail is a popular destination for backpackers who work in the banana industry.
The town is a major service hub for the Cassowary Coast region and has a wide range of shops including national retail outlets, along with government services and regional health and educational facilities.

Remuneration:

• Full time Contractor Position
• 65% of billings with a guarantee of $1200.00 per week for the first 3 weeks.
• Assistance with relocation expenses (This will be offered at completion of 3-month probation period)
• 4 weeks annual leave

Qualifications and Experience:

• MBBS (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration

For more information on this position, please contact us now.

Please apply via the 'Apply Now' button on this page.

Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.

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